An invaluable tool for public speaking, writing, and anyone wishing to make a memorable impact with or be inspired by words, this handsomely illustrated volume is conveniently organized to facilitate finding the perfect words for any occasion. This is the perfect book for those looking for words from great thinkers and speakers in order to make a point, plead a case, or justify an opinion, to honor, glorify, or motivate others, or even for their own personal inspiration. Filled with multicultural aphorisms, adages, and axioms from numerous brilliant minds throughout the past 7,000 years and featuring more than 800 full-color illustrations, this latest addition to the best-selling 1001 series makes accessible a vast range of complex ideas from the ancient and classical era to the present. 
 
Product details
Publisher ? : ? Universe (October 11, 2016)
Language ? : ? English
Hardcover ? : ? 960 pages
ISBN-10 ? : ? 0789332531
ISBN-13 ? : ? 978-0789332530
Item Weight ? : ? 4.5 pounds
Dimensions ? : ? 6.6 x 2.6 x 8.5 inches